Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Perth
Anderson Beaton Lamond in Perth is committed to delivering high-quality, client-focused legal services across a diverse range of practice areas. Our team of experienced solicitors specialises in residential and commercial conveyancing, agricultural law, renewable energy projects, and private client matters including wills, trusts, and executry administration. With particular expertise in rural property and forestry law, we provide tailored legal solutions to landowners, farming families, and businesses. Ranked second in Chambers Dictionary for Agricultural Law in Tayside, we combine deep sector knowledge with a personal approach to client service. Our partners, including Law Society of Scotland Accredited Specialist Lydia Fotheringham, bring decades of combined experience to every case.We prioritise practical, results-driven advice while maintaining the highest professional standards. Our extensive local knowledge and long-standing relationships with clients enable us to address complex legal challenges effectively. From commercial transactions to succession planning, we deliver comprehensive support across all aspects of legal practice. Our ethos centres on helping clients achieve their objectives through dedicated representation and clear communication. With over 170 years of combined experience in our support team, we ensure seamless service delivery across both traditional and modern legal frameworks.
Services
Conveyancing Services
Agricultural Law
Wills & Inheritance Tax
Trusts & Executry
Renewable Energy Law
Commercial Law
Powers of Attorney
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years' experience in agricultural and rural property law
- Ranked second in Chambers Dictionary for Agricultural Law in Tayside
- Our team includes Law Society of Scotland Accredited Specialists
- We provide tailored succession planning for farming families
- We combine local knowledge with national legal expertise
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of Scotland
Services
Agricultural Law
Our agricultural law specialists provide comprehensive legal support for landowners, farmers, and rural businesses. We handle farm sales, estate management, forestry transactions, and agricultural tenancies. With Law Society of Scotland Accredited Specialists on our team, we offer expert guidance on succession planning, inheritance tax, and renewable energy projects. Our practical understanding of rural challenges comes from decades of experience and direct involvement in farming communities.
Conveyancing Services
We manage residential and commercial property transactions with precision and efficiency. Our conveyancing team handles sales, purchases, leases, and commercial property deals. We provide clear advice on legal obligations, title issues, and contract terms. With expertise in both urban and rural property markets, we ensure smooth transactions for first-time buyers, investors, and business owners across central Scotland.
Renewable Energy Law
Our renewable energy specialists advise on wind and hydro power projects, including site acquisitions, lease agreements, and regulatory compliance. We help landowners and developers navigate planning permissions, grid connections, and environmental regulations. With deep sector knowledge, we structure commercial arrangements that balance profitability with sustainability, supporting Scotland's net-zero goals through practical legal solutions.
Private Client Services
We provide tailored estate planning and personal legal services, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. Our team helps families protect assets, manage inheritance tax, and administer estates with sensitivity. As Registered Trust and Estates Practitioners, we combine technical expertise with compassionate advice to ensure clients' wishes are legally protected and family needs are met.
Commercial Law
We support businesses with corporate transactions, partnership agreements, and commercial contracts. Our services include company formation, shareholder arrangements, and business succession planning. We advise on legal structures, risk management, and regulatory compliance, helping companies navigate commercial challenges while maintaining focus on growth and operational objectives.
People
Lydia Margaret Fotheringham
Partner
Partner and Agricultural Law Specialist with over 20 years' experience. Accredited by the Law Society of Scotland, Lydia advises on farm sales, estate management, and succession planning. A registered Trust and Estates Practitioner, she combines legal expertise with practical farming experience from her Perthshire farm.
Peter John Stewart
Partner
Partner specialising in conveyancing and renewable energy law. With expertise in commercial property and agricultural transactions, Peter serves national clients while maintaining local community involvement. He contributes to industry bodies including the Society of Procurators and Perth Show.
Heather Cameron
Assistant Solicitor
Assistant Solicitor handling residential and rural conveyancing, wills, and powers of attorney. Heather provides practical legal solutions while supporting clients through property transactions and estate planning matters, combining technical knowledge with approachable service.
Kirsty Dutch
Paralegal
Accredited Paralegal specialising in wills, trusts, and executries. Kirsty assists individuals and families with estate planning and inheritance tax matters, ensuring clear legal documentation that reflects clients' intentions while complying with current regulations.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in agricultural law, conveyancing, renewable energy projects, private client services (wills/trusts), and commercial law. Our team holds specialist accreditations in agricultural and estate law.
Do you handle rural property transactions?
Yes, we're ranked second in Chambers for Agricultural Law in Tayside. Our specialists handle farm sales, forestry transactions, and rural estate management across central Scotland.
Can you assist with renewable energy projects?
Our legal team provides comprehensive support for wind and hydro power developments, including site acquisitions, lease agreements, and regulatory compliance for landowners and developers.
What experience do you have in estate planning?
Our solicitors, including Registered Trust and Estates Practitioners, offer tailored wills, inheritance tax planning, and executry administration services to protect family assets and ensure smooth succession.
